AFEs feature multiple 24bit ADCs for power monitoring

Microchip Technology has integrated up to eight 24bit delta-sigma ADCs into its energy-measurement active front ends (AFEs) for multiple load power monitoring.

The MCP3914 contains eight ADCs while the MCP3913 has six. The former's two extra ADCs enable the monitoring of more sensors with one chip, lowering cost and size.�Both have a programmable data rate of up to 125Ks/s with low-power modes, allowing designers to scale down for better power consumption. It also facilitates use of higher data rates for advanced signal analysis such as calculating harmonic content.

What is an ADC?
ADC stands for analog-to-digital converter. It is an electronic device that converts input analog voltage to a discrete digital number. Applications include anything that involves the processing of analog signals into digital form.